Cao Thief

Chapter 712 Two Choices
The government office in Fancheng is very large.

Although the structure is simple, there are only two entrances, the front and the back, but there are many houses, there are more than a hundred rooms.Now Cao Peng came here alone, without his family.Huang Yueying and Xia Houzhen are still in Zhongyang Town, responsible for renovating the new home.In fact, there are not many things to deal with, but as the birthplace of Cao Peng, even if he will not stay here in the future, he still needs to spend some time to clean it up.Another reason is that Xia Houzhen is pregnant again... The weather is cold, and Cao Peng does not want them to travel long distances to Xiangyang.

Therefore, the huge Fancheng government office seemed very empty.

Cao Peng regards Qianjin as a place to deal with official affairs, while Hou Zhai is divided into three parts.

Cao Peng himself had a courtyard with a martial arts arena; Huang Zhongkou and Feng Wang lived in one courtyard, and Puyang Yi and Lu Hao lived in the remaining courtyard.In addition, there are fifty dark men who accompanied Wang Shuang to live here, responsible for Cao Peng's safety.

Fazheng was placed in the same courtyard as Cao Peng, and had a very spacious room with complete facilities.

However, when Fazheng saw the official documents piled up in front of him, he couldn't help shaking his head and smiling wryly.I am very happy in my heart. Cao Peng entrusted him with these files and documents, which is a sign of trust in him.Just looking at this posture, Cao Peng clearly wants to be a hands-off shopkeeper, making Fazheng dumbfounded.Thinking about it, Cao Peng has to practice tiger and leopard cavalry on weekdays. If there is a war, he will go out at any time.

To put it bluntly, the position of the tiger and leopard cavalry commander to sacrifice wine is Cao Peng's chief housekeeper.

The things to be dealt with involve all aspects.If it wasn't for the assistance of Pu Yangyi and Lu Mao, Fazheng really didn't know where to start.

It's better to have something to do than to be ignored.

Fazheng took over these files with pain and joy, and started busy work.

Three days later, Cao Cao was officially appointed, and Fazheng sacrificed wine for the tiger and leopard cavalry commander, and ate a salary of eight hundred stones...

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Seeing that the end of the year was approaching, Cao Cao and Liu Bei unanimously ordered to stop the attack.

The two sides were separated by the Yuanshui River, and Liu Xian stationed in the south of Yuanshui, with his back on the Yuanshui River; Zhou Tai stationed in Luoxian County, which was close to Boluoyuan; Liu Bei ordered Chen Dao to station in Yiyang, with Xianglang as his army division, echoing Sun Wu's soldiers and horses. , forming a pincer attack, menacing and aggressive.

Faced with this situation, Cao Cao was not in a hurry to start a war.

Instead, Xu Huang set out from Zhonglu and stationed in Hanshou, forming an effective protection for Linyuan, where the prefecture of Wuling County is located. At the same time, he could cross the Yuan River at any time to support Liu Xian in Yuannan.Although the fighting ceased, the conflict did not stop.The most obvious one is the Wuxi Man from Hutoushan joining the battlefield.I don't know how Liu Bei persuaded the Wuxi barbarians, but the old king of Wuxi barbarians actually sent his eldest son, Sha Moke, to lead [-] Wuxi barbarians to join the battle.However, generally speaking, although the situation in Yuannan was tense, there was no immediate danger.

As Cao Jun continued to penetrate the land of Jingchu, it is believed that Yuannan's pressure would also decrease accordingly.

Cao Cao, still staying in Xiangyang, waiting for the arrival of Yizhou envoys...

"So, the current situation in Yizhou is not very good?"

In the Yamen of Fancheng, Cao Peng and Fazheng were sitting on the porch, drinking and chatting.

Fazheng discovered a very strange thing, that is, Cao Peng seemed to be more interested in Yizhou than he was currently interested in.

You know, when Cao Cao entered Xiangyang, the war was imminent.

But when discussing with Cao Peng, Fazheng discovered that Cao Peng was more concerned with Yizhou's issues than the Jingchu War.

However, since Cao Peng has this interest, Fazheng will not hide anything.

He nodded and replied easily: "As the young master guessed, the current situation in Yizhou is indeed not very good... On the one hand, the price of goods in Yizhou has soared in recent years, and it is no longer the land of heaven. Second, many People who fled from Liangzhou to Yizhou back then saw the rapid development of Liangzhou, so they had the intention of returning home. These three incidents were the Nanman Rebellion... I don’t think you know, although Nanman is located in a remote area, but It should not be underestimated. I heard that the new Nanman king, Meng Huo, is very ambitious. disaster."

Nanman, Meng Huo?
Is Meng Huo already born?

Cao Peng is no stranger to this name.

Listening to storytelling romances in previous lives, the story of the seven captures of Meng Huo is familiar.I still remember that when I heard about the seven captures of Meng Huo, I often laughed at that Meng Huo was shameless.After ten years of rebirth, due to various reasons, this person was almost forgotten.Unexpectedly, I heard the news again from Fazheng's mouth.

Meng Huo?

The corner of Cao Peng's mouth curled up, and he couldn't help showing a weird smile.

Fazheng took a sip of his wine, looked at Cao Peng, hesitated for a while and said softly, "My lord, do you want to capture Xichuan?"

"Oh? How can you see it?"

"Young Master these days, three words never leave Yizhou.

If you don't want to seek Yizhou, why are you so concerned about it?However, in my opinion, it is not the best time to attack Yizhou at this time.Although there is chaos in Yizhou, there are still countless capable people under Liu Jiyu's command.He has Huang Quan, Liu Ba, Zheng Du in his writing, Yan Yan, Zhang Ren, Leng Bao in his martial arts...these people are not idle people, if there is no external cause, they will resist desperately.Moreover, Yizhou's terrain is complex. If you don't have a comprehensive understanding, it will take a lot of effort to capture Yizhou.I know that the prime minister is powerful, but the high-ranking officials of Bingzhou, Jiangdong Sun Quan, and Liu Bei and Liu Xuande hold the elbows...so the time to go to Xichuan may not be ripe yet..."

Cao Peng was keenly aware that the word 'external cause' was mentioned in Fazheng's words.

Startled, he turned his head to look at Fazheng, and after a while thoughtfully nodded his head...

"Now that the war in Yuanshui is truce, do you have any opinion?"

"The truce in Yuanshui is nothing more than the prime minister's fear of delaying the farming season... When the spring plowing is over, the Yuanshui will inevitably start a war again. What's so strange?"

"But in my opinion, the prime minister's current thoughts are probably not in Changsha, but in Jiangdong."

Cao Peng's heart moved, but he was not surprised by Fazheng's words.

The Battle of Chibi... Cao Cao didn't fight Jiangdong, so why did the Battle of Chibi come about?However, listening to Fazheng's meaning, it seems that he does not agree with Cao Cao's war with Jiangdong at this time.Previously, Cao Peng was full of confidence. With him participating, how could Cao Cao be defeated in the Battle of Chibi?Chain counter?Pang Tong is now far away in Hexi; bitter trick?Kan Ze is also in Liangzhou now.Gan Ning, on the other hand, was stationed in Hefei and was fighting fiercely with Sun Wu.

The main character is not here, so what is there to worry about?

As for burning Chibi, there is no chain trick, no bitter trick, even if Zhou Yu and Zhuge Liang can borrow the east wind, so what?

Therefore, in Cao Peng's heart, he was very confident about the outcome of the Battle of Chibi.

However, why is Fazheng...

"Xiaozhi, do you have another opinion?"

Fazheng smiled, "I don't dare to say I have a high opinion, but I just have some small ideas."

"But it doesn't matter."

Fazheng knew that this would be his chance.

So after organizing his speech, he said to Cao Peng: "I just thought that it is not the best time to conquer Jiangdong at this time."

“How come you see?”

"As the saying goes: northerners ride horses, and southerners steer boats.

The customs caused by this area are difficult to change.If Jiangbei goes northward, it will undoubtedly be defeated.The reason is that there are few horses in the east of the Yangtze River, and it is difficult to fight; but now, the prime minister is going south, so it is necessary to have an elite navy.I know that the Prime Minister ordered people to build a naval force on Dongling Island in Xuzhou two years ago.But this naval army is not something that can be achieved in a day... Southerners have lived in the south of the river since ancient times, and sailing boats has become a habit.But this time the prime minister hastily conquered Jingzhou, why?It is nothing more than plotting the Jingzhou navy in order to break the dragon belly of the great river.Here is a question, prime minister, can you trust Cai Mao and his Jingzhou navy like a son? "

Cao Peng was speechless!
This question does not need to be answered at all.

In history, Jiang Gan stole books, but one letter made Cao Cao kill Cai Mao and Zhang Yun, leaving the navy without a leader.

With Cao Cao's suspicious character, I'm afraid he can't trust anyone except a few people.It is difficult to replicate Cao Cao's favor and trust in Cao Peng.It can be said that no one in the entire prime minister's mansion can do this.On the one hand, Cao Peng did have some talents, which made Cao Cao reluctant to give up; at the same time, Cao Peng was also a member of Cao Cao's clan and family no matter what.And Cao Cao's care for his clan and his family is not something ordinary people can get; as for the third point, it is Cao Peng's temperament.In a fit of anger, he disregarded everything, even murdered and violated the law... Such a temperament could not possibly pose a threat to Cao Cao, so Cao Cao favored Cao Peng.

Try another person?

Even Dian Wei and Xu Chu may not be in the same position as Cao Peng.

Even if Cai Hao has great abilities, even a little bit better than Zhuge Liang and Xun Yu, it is impossible to compare with Cao Peng's favor.

Fazheng took a sip of his wine, "Cai Degui is just a villain.

If he had not been in charge of the navy for many years, and he was also one of the Jingxiang clan, the prime minister might not have treated him differently.Therefore, as long as a little trick is used, it is possible to create a murderous intent against Cai Mao.How capable Cai Mao is, I can't say.But when it comes to commanding hundreds of thousands of naval troops and performing military exercises, no one in the prime minister's mansion can compare with him.But in the past few years, Jingzhou and Jiangdong have fought against each other, with more losses than victories.If it wasn't for Cai Mao having a good girl, someone else would have already been killed, right? "

"Yes!"

Cao Peng smiled helplessly.

Although Cao Peng had already reminded Cao Cao, Cao Cao didn't pay much attention to the navy.

Even though a navy was formed on Tangling Island, Cao Cao never asked about it.Perhaps, in Cao Cao's heart, he valued the ability of Jingzhou's 20 sailors more.However, Fazheng mentioned a key point: Cao Cao's tent has almost no people who are good at water warfare.That Cai Mao, who was only Zhou Yu's defeated general, was already the best candidate for the naval army.There is a navy in the air, but no one to command, what can I do?

When Cao Peng heard this, he couldn't help but gasp.

"In addition, Liu Bei has not been eliminated, Xichuan has not been destroyed, these are all troubles in the heart.

At this time, he rashly sent troops to attack Jiangdong. The prime minister had three defeats, but Jiangdong had three victories. "

"Appreciate further details."

"Jiangdong Zhou Yu is famous.

Since Sun Bofu, he has gone through more than a hundred battles, big and small, with rich experience and great resourcefulness.

And beside the prime minister, there is only one Cai Mao available.

If it was an ordinary opponent, this Cai Degui might be useful, but if he were to face Zhou Yu, he might not be his opponent.This Jiangdong will win, but the prime minister will lose.

Although the Jiangdong navy is small in number, it is a mighty soldier in hundreds of battles.

Since Sun and his son occupied the six counties in Jiangdong, they have never stopped using troops.In addition, Zhou Yu performed well, although there were only tens of thousands of people, they were all elite; the Jingzhou navy and air force had 20, most of them were old, weak and disabled, and only five or six out of ten were able to use them. They were neglected in training and their morale was low.

If you fight with the Jiangdong water army, you will definitely lose. This Jiangdong army wins, but the prime minister's army loses.

The prime minister recruited 20 troops to station in Jingchu, but they are all good at land warfare; if Jiangdong is taken, it will be difficult to be effective without a strong naval force.With three victories and three losses, if the prime minister forcibly attacks Jiangdong, the outcome will be known. "

When Cao Peng heard this, he couldn't help but gasp.

He was silent for a long time, stood up and bowed to Fazheng to the ground: "If it wasn't for the sir's reminder, I would almost have missed a major event."

Immediately, Cao Peng hesitated for a while, and asked in a deep voice: "Then if you dare to ask, sir, is there a good plan?"

Fazheng smiled gently, "Even though Sun Quan in Jiangdong has six prefectures, it is difficult for him to do anything because of his innate inadequacies. Sun Quan is not Sun Bofu, but just a dog's ear for guarding the gate. In my opinion, let Sun go and capture Liu. , to seek Xichuan. At the same time, train the navy hard to wait for the opportunity.

Dongting, adjacent to Yunmeng and Goulian Dajiang, is the best place for military training.

Therefore, it is believed that first take Wuling and Changsha, and defeat Liu Bei.Then seek to capture Xichuan... select generals and practice the navy, and within four or five years, when the navy is trained, Jiangdong can win in one fell swoop.Why don't you invite the prime minister to persuade Sun Zhong with a lot of money so that he will no longer be on guard.At the same time, stick to Hefei, Guangling and other places, and order the Dongling Island navy to harass the coast and block Jiangdong... The son's plan in Yizhou is not a bad idea, and then apply it to Jiangdong. "

Cao Peng was startled, then looked at Fazheng in surprise.

Regarding the economic war in Yizhou, Cao Peng did not talk to Fazheng.

But it can be seen that he has seen the clues.

This person is really unusual.

Such a strategy, such a mind, is not inferior to Pang Tong and others.But why, in the Shu Han, the status of Fazheng is lower than that of Zhuge Liang?

Cao Peng hesitated for a moment, then smiled and nodded.

"In this case, please Xiaozhi write the text, and I will submit it to the prime minister."

"No!"

Fazheng quickly waved his hand to stop Cao Peng's idea.

"It's not that I underestimate the young master, it's just that the prime minister is now full of ambitions, so it may be difficult for the prime minister to take him seriously just relying on the young master.

Those who wrote this letter should be the prime minister's planner.Only in this way can the prime minister pay attention and change his mind... Young master, is there anyone for me? "

Mastermind?

Enough portion?
Three names immediately flashed in Cao Peng's mind.

Guo Jia, Xun Yu and Cheng Yu.

Cao Cao had five masterminds, some of whom were close and distant.

In contrast, Jia Xu defected to Cao Cao later, so his status is the worst; and among the five, Xun You is inferior to the other four in terms of ability alone, so he is not enough to take on important tasks.Among the remaining three, Cheng Yu was the first to follow Cao Cao, while Guo Jia and Xun Yu were the most valued by Cao Cao.Among them, Cao Cao's love for Guo Jia is better than that of Xun Yu.Because of Xun Yu's heart, there is always some plot of the Han Dynasty, and there is still a huge family behind him, which slightly conflicts with Cao Cao's interests.Therefore, among the five masterminds, Guo Jia is undoubtedly the most suitable candidate.However, Guo Jia couldn't afford to get sick because of the Northern Expedition to Youzhou.Although he received timely treatment from a doctor, he needed recuperation.Therefore, when Cao Cao went south this time, Guo Jia did not accompany him, but stayed in Yecheng to recuperate and rest.

Guo Jia, Guo Jia!
Cao Peng stood up abruptly, "Where is Wang Shuang?"

"The end is here."

"Go to Yecheng immediately, and when you meet Feng Xiao, tell him that the prime minister is in great trouble, please come here immediately.

Take good care of him along the way. If you pass through Xudu, you can invite Mr. Hua Tuo to accompany you, and let them come together. It is extremely urgent. "

Upon hearing this, Wang Shuang didn't dare to be negligent, and immediately took orders to leave.

"Xiao Zhi, please organize what you said just now, and write it in words, it will be of great use to me."

Fazheng was overjoyed and hurriedly surrendered.

He also didn't care about drinking and drinking, so he returned to the study and started working.

Cao Peng, on the other hand, stood on the porch, looking at the gloomy sky, with a flash of worry in his eyes.

It seems that I am still too young!
I thought that I had an advantage of 800 years and could help Cao Cao win the battle of Chibi; but now it seems that my thinking is still too simple.

Thinking of this, Cao Peng couldn't help but sighed softly, and turned back to his room.

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In the city of Xiangyang, there are lights and festoons.

The New Year's Eve is coming soon, and a sudden heavy snow adds a bit of atmosphere to the upcoming New Year.The so-called auspicious snow heralds a good year, roughly so.

Cao Cao also seemed very relaxed, and he took all the civil and military officials to enjoy the snow scene together.

It's just that this kind of ease doesn't have much to do with Cao Peng.He received a notice on the 22nd that the envoy from Yizhou had arrived in Quren.Therefore, Cao Cao ordered Cao Peng to lead the leopard cavalry to Zigui to welcome the envoy.This Zigui is located in Xiling Gorge. Going forward, after passing Wu County, it enters the territory of Ba County, which is under the rule of Yizhou.Although Cao Cao was very dissatisfied with Liu Zhang's insatiable greed, he still had to take care of things on the scene.You see, I sent my most beloved subordinate to lead my most elite troops to Zigui to meet you, but I gave you enough face.

Cao Peng set off immediately after receiving the order.

He ordered Kou Feng to stay in Fancheng, with Pu Yangyi and Lu Mao as assistants.Afterwards, he personally led Huang Zhong and Fa Zheng, led the army, left Fancheng mightily, and went straight to Zigui.

Among the accompanying people, there is still a scribe who is the secretary of the prime minister's office.

This person is responsible for recording the process of Cao Peng's welcoming of Yizhou envoys. After returning to Xiangyang, he will report to Cao Cao.

Cao Peng immediately asked: "I haven't asked for advice yet, sir's name?"

Since Cao Cao opened the prime minister's mansion, many people have been expropriated.Most of the staff in the past were entrusted with important tasks, but Cao Peng feels unfamiliar with the current staff.Judging by the secretary's appearance, he is quite delicate, and his gestures and gestures have a bit of the unique elegance of a scholar, so he can't help but feel good about him.

His question made the secretary nervous.

In the prime minister's mansion, how could he not know Cao Peng's name?
This is Cao Cao's most trusted and valued nephew, and at the same time, he enjoys a very high reputation among scholars.

Ever since, the scribe hurriedly bowed to return the salute, and replied respectfully: "Student Jiang Gan, named Ziyi, is from Jiujiang.

I've heard of your son's name for a long time, but I haven't had a chance to meet him.

It is really a blessing to walk with the young master this time... Along the way, please take care of the young master. "

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I was notified that there will be a power outage from [-]:[-] am to [-]:[-] pm tomorrow.

Therefore, the update time may be delayed, so I will report it in advance.

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